Jacksonville Beach travel guide

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You're Going to Love Jacksonville Beach

With a population of 21,362, Jacksonville Beach is a must-see destination in Florida, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Jacksonville Beach deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Jacksonville Beach

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Blind Rabbit - Jax Beach (311 North 3rd Street) and Espeto Brazilian Steakhouse (1396 Beach Boulevard) are great picks.

When to visit Jacksonville Beach

Jacksonville Beach in October
Estimated hotel price
$176
1 night at 3-star hotel
Jacksonville Beach in October
Estimated hotel price
$176
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Jacksonville Beach in July, when the average temperature is 82.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 91.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 44.6 °F, with an average temperature of 55.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 7.6″. In contrast, November is usually the driest month of the year in Jacksonville Beach, with an average rainfall of 2.4″.

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How to Get to Jacksonville Beach

Plane

Although Jacksonville Beach doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Jacksonville Airport (JAX), which is located 22 miles from Jacksonville Beach. Jacksonville Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Air France, Royal Air Maroc, ITA Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Jacksonville Beach departs from Norfolk and takes around 1h 46m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Jacksonville Beach. The train journey from Jacksonville Beach to Winter Park takes 2h 58m and costs around $57 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Winter Park, expect to pay about $15 for a 3h 02m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Jacksonville Beach is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 121 miles from Jacksonville Beach. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Zezgo, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

Greyhound operates bus routes to Jacksonville Beach.

Plane

Although Jacksonville Beach doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Jacksonville Airport (JAX), which is located 22 miles from Jacksonville Beach. Jacksonville Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Air France, Royal Air Maroc, ITA Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Jacksonville Beach departs from Norfolk and takes around 1h 46m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Jacksonville Beach. The train journey from Jacksonville Beach to Winter Park takes 2h 58m and costs around $57 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Winter Park, expect to pay about $15 for a 3h 02m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Jacksonville Beach is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 121 miles from Jacksonville Beach. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Zezgo, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

Greyhound operates bus routes to Jacksonville Beach.

Airports near Jacksonville Beach

Airlines serving Jacksonville Beach

Lufthansa
Good (7,128 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,342 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,827 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,709 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,925 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,464 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,670 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,818 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,518 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,145 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (8,283 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,296 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (362 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,220 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,340 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,880 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,300 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,503 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (900 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,355 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Jacksonville Beach

Most booked hotels in Jacksonville Beach

Holiday Inn Express Jacksonville Beach
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1079 reviews)
$129+
Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 898 reviews)
$142+
One Ocean Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 557 reviews)
$184+
Hampton Inn Jacksonville Beach/Oceanfront
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1526 reviews)
$166+
Best Western Oceanfront
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 2011 reviews)
$140+
Hilton Garden Inn Jacksonville Ponte Vedra Sawgrass
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 533 reviews)
$168+

Renting a car in Jacksonville Beach

Renting a car in Jacksonville Beach costs $72 per day, on average, or $145 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 26% more expensive than at Jacksonville.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Jacksonville Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Jacksonville Beach is Full-size (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Class Economy Car or similar) are, on average, 53% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Jacksonville Beach costs $72 per day, on average, or $145 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 26% more expensive than at Jacksonville.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Jacksonville Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Jacksonville Beach is Full-size (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Class Economy Car or similar) are, on average, 53% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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